Evaluating the Logic of Functional Documents Introducing the

Evaluating the Logic of Functional Documents Introducing the Selections Why is it important to be logical in our everyday lives?

We use functional documents all the time. software instructions technical directions instruction manuals voice-mail systems ATM prompts What are the consequences of poorly written documents?

Evaluating Informational Texts Functional documents have to make sense. WHY?

In writing or evaluating functional documents, remember that logical sequencing means that. . . the steps appear in the correct order. 1. Shut down your computer. all the steps are included. 2. Unplug the cable modem. 3. Turn on the wireless system. 4. Restart your computer. [End of Section]

Why ask questions (when you read)? Like what questions? Does this information agree with what I already know about the topic? I think this printer uses a four-color process. Doesn’t this microprocessor have the fastest speed?

“What is WRONG with this DOCUMENT? ” Directions are hard to follow if a critical step is left out. (Meaning? ) Important qualities that are left out can be critical to a process. What qualities might make information about a process critical? Eduardo was careful while installing the photo-editing software since it was critical to creating the school newspaper.

She flawlessly followed each step of the directions. Technical directions that are perfectly sequenced and without error include all necessary steps. Why is it important for her to follow each step of the technical directions flawlessly? (complete sentence) By flawlessly following the directions, she will be able to ensure that she has wireless access.

Analyzing Workplace Documents • • Business Letter E-mail Message Web Site Contract

What do you need to know about documents to succeed at a job?

Types : The workplace is filled with documents. business letters résumés contracts e-mails employee manuals Do you know the best ways to read, understand, and use them?

Workplace Documents follow: - A particular structure and format. - The information in these documents follow a certain layout. Being familiar with a document’s structure helps you understand it more easily.

Business letter or Memo (a short, business-related note) - follow a specific format for the heading. The heading on a business letter should include: date Name Address of who? ? The recipient.

Contracts: leases and employment agreements - usually broken into short # sections with boldfaced headers. Headers help you find the section that you need.